Japan’s cost-effectiveness assessment (CEA) panel has approved a revised handling policy for the CEA system for FY2026, with the health…
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As Leqembi Listing Approaches, Chuikyo OKs Coverage for PET Device and Diagnostics
A key Japanese reimbursement policy panel on November 22 approved insurance coverage for a PET imaging-related device and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) diagnostics that are intended for use to determine patients suitable for treatment with Eisai’s Alzheimer’s therapy Leqembi (lecanemab). They…
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